Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Insurance Coordinator, where your expertise will streamline insurance processes and enhance patient experiences. In this vital role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for dental insurance inquiries, verify coverage details, and ensure accurate billing and coding. Your proactive approach will help optimize revenue cycles while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in dental healthcare.
Responsibilities
Required: Posting of insurance payments, understanding of EOBS, confidence in handing all denials and appeals and insurance verification.
- Verify dental insurance coverage, benefits, and eligibility for patients prior to treatment
- Manage insurance claims submission and follow-up to ensure timely reimbursement
- Interpret and apply CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-9, ICD-10, and ICD coding standards accurately for billing purposes
- Maintain detailed medical records and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality
- Collaborate with dental office staff to resolve insurance discrepancies or denials efficiently
- Conduct insurance verification and pre-authorizations to facilitate smooth patient appointments
- Stay updated on managed care policies and changes in dental insurance plans to provide accurate information
- Posting insurance payments, handling all denials and appeals.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of managed care processes and dental insurance protocols
- Experience with medical office procedures, including medical terminology and medical records management
- Proficiency in medical coding, including CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and ICD coding systems
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and security of patient information
- Excellent communication skills for liaising with insurance companies, patients, and team members
- Office experience in a healthcare or dental setting is highly preferred
- Ability to navigate insurance verification systems efficiently and accurately
Hours Monday - Thursday 7:00am- 5:30 pm. Friday 10-2.
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
